Double Spotlight Stamping
by Dina Kowal
Stamp identical panels, then die cut and layer for two different spotlight techniques.
Supplies
- Cardstock or watercolor paper, cut into 3 identical panels (Fabriano Studio 140# cold press watercolor paper and Prima "Darcelle" paper pad used here)
- Stamp positioner (MISTI used here)
- Stamps (med-lg. image stamp, or a large sentiment - Impression Obsession CL1183 Cottage Ivy Chair clear set and The Stamp Market - Just Checkin In (retired) used here)
- Ink (Versafine and Versafine Clair inks used here)
- Shaped die (Impression Obsession DIE1191 Stitched Slimline Layers and Quickutz Nested Heart used here)
- Coloring medium of your choice (Karin Brushmarkers used here)
- Adhesive craft foam
- Glue (Bearly Art glue used here)
- Die cutting machine
- Other supplies as needed to complete the card (used here: Tonic cardstock, Impression Obsession WP1102 Typewriter Slimline Shorts clear set and DIE1091 Slimline Sentiments Flag die set, Gina Marie Designs matte white enamel dots)
Step-by-Step
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Step 1
Prepare 3 identical card panels, and a medium to large image stamp that can be colored.
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Use a stamp positioner to ensure the image is stamped in exactly the same place on all 3 panels. Be sure to use an ink that is compatible with your coloring medium.
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Step 2
On one panel, trim the edges evenly, 1/8” to 1/4" in on all 4 sides.
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Step 3
Cut a piece of adhesive craft foam slightly smaller than the trimmed panel. Remove the liner to adhere it to the back.
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Step 4
Choose a shaped die to create the spotlight area. Tape it into position.
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Die cut and remove the cut piece.
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Step 5
Color the die cut using your coloring medium of choice.
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Step 6
Select another stamped panel and color approximately the same area (extend the edges of your coloring just past where the other colored panel is cut).
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Step 7
Center the panel with the cut-out over the 2nd colored panel and adhere it in place, lining up the artwork on both panels to create a seamless image.
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TIP:
Lay an acrylic block over the panels while the glue dries to ensure that both layers dry flat. -
Step 8
Glue the colored die cut piece to the other stamped panel, lining up the artwork on both panels to create a seamless image.
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Step 9
Finish the cards with sentiments and/or other embellishments as desired.
Video!
Variations
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Instead of coloring an image, stamp a large sentiment.
Try stamping on patterned paper instead of plain cardstock for another look.
Your Turn
You've seen the tutorial, now you try it! We've got a section of the gallery set aside for Double Spotlight Stamping. Try this technique, then upload your artwork to the gallery. Show us your creations!
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Questions and Comments
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